Glossaryselling

What is Vendor Finance?

An arrangement where the seller (vendor) provides finance to the buyer, rather than the buyer obtaining a bank loan. The buyer pays the purchase price in instalments directly to the vendor. Vendor finance is uncommon in mainstream residential property but may be used in regional areas or where buyers have difficulty obtaining bank finance.

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